Information Technology Services at the State University of New York at Oneonta invites applications for a Networking and Telecommunications Assistant to assist the department in day-to-day operations.  This position will be responsible for documentation, maintenance, and support of a variety of hardware and systems such as the campus phone system, uninterruptible power supplies, and network switches. 

Information Technology Services has 41 employees working as a team to provide technology solutions across campus. Networking and Telecommunications is one of five departments within the organization, responsible for all aspects of phone service, wired and wireless data networks, and cable television and, in collaboration with other IT departments, card access.   The department offers prospective employees an opportunity to work in an exciting, highly technical environment, focused on providing reliable, mission critical services to the campus community. To learn more about the University and the Department, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ and https://suny.oneonta.edu/information-technology-services. 

Duties include but are not limited to:  

• Administration of Phone System including user programming, moves/adds/changes and hardware maintenance 
• Management of UPS (Uninterruptible Power Source) 
• Management of edge network switches 
• Management of the campus network access control system 
• Management of departmental forms, assets, and configuration items in the TeamDynamix ITSM system, and 
• System documentation 

Salary: $60,000-65,000 commensurate with experience. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits.  

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully. 

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special. 

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the NYS Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov. 

 
SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle. 

Application Instructions:

To apply online go to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=186290& Please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (required).

For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/about-oneonta/employment. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree 
• 2 years experience working in IT support 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to lift 50lbs 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in telecommunications, networking, or a related IT field 
• Familiarity with IPv4 and IPv6 networks 
• Experience configuring and installing phone or network equipment 
• Experience working in higher education 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, 
• Experience working with and serving diverse populations 

About State University of New York at Oneonta

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully. The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special. For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/about-oneonta/employment. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no Sta...te entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the NYS Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov. SUNY Oneonta values a diverse college community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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